Field Mentor

Confluence Behavioral Health; Thetford (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Relocation Bonus

Commitment Completion Bonus

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Confluence Behavioral Health in Vermont is seeking curious, compassionate individuals to join our team as mentors and program facilitators, developing skills in human services, adventure-based activities, and leadership within a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Join a role with an 8-on/6-off schedule, professional certifications, relocation funding, student loan repayment options, and extensive paid time off as you grow into leadership within the New England community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred, not required.
• Must have CPR/First Aid Certification complete before hire date.
• Non-Seasonal; We Aim to work with Developing Professionals.
• Physically capable of backpacking with a full backpack on uneven terrain.

Responsibilities

• Be a “Near Peer Mentor” for participants and develop professional skills.
• Facilitate and participate in daily Confluence program activities.
• Collaborate with the clinical team while providing insights and observations.
• Receive and apply 3 hours of education and training each shift.
• Continually learn therapeutic and outdoor skills through hands-on experience and weekly onsite trainings.
• Maintain strong interpersonal relationships with participants and coworkers.
• Support outdoor/adventure programming and contribute to program goals.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Curious

Compassionate

Courageous

Interpersonal

Education

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Joining the team at Confluence Behavioral Health you can expect an experienced and supportive community focused on advancing the professional skills of our team members. We share a mission to treat young adults suffering from mental health, emotional, and relational challenges in a humanist, caring, and well-boundaried way. As a small and inclusive team, Confluence pays close attention to our community’s shared goals of being growth oriented, an honest and supportive work environment, and well balanced professional and personal lives.

We are looking for curious and compassionate individuals that would like to develop and fine tune their existing skills in Human Services, Communication, Adventure Based Activities, and Leadership Development. Confluence is ready to invest the time and energy into helping you become the exceptional team member today that will set you up to be a leader tomorrow.

Join our team for a year and you will receive multiple professional certifications, ample paid time off, benefits that include options for relocation funding, student loan repayment, and all of the adventures that New England has to offer during your 6 day long off shifts.

The Role

• 8 days on, 6 days off.
• Be a “Near Peer Mentor” for participants.
• Develop professional skills and relationships.
• Utilize strong interpersonal skills with participants and coworkers.
• Facilitate and participate in daily Confluence program activities.
• Collaborate with the clinical team while providing insights and observations.
• Facilitate experiential outdoor and adventure programming
• Receive up to 3 hours of education and training each shift.
• Continually learn therapeutic and outdoor skills through hands‑on experience and weekly onsite trainings.

Experience And Qualifications

• Non-Seasonal; We Aim to work with Developing Professionals.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred, not required.
• Physically capable of backpacking with a full backpack on uneven terrain.
• Curious, Compassionate, and Courageous.
• Must have CPR/First Aid Certification complete before hire date

A Week In The Life

• 4 days of onsite programming with our clinical and residential team, 2 days of offsite adventure programming, and a rest and recovery day.
• Outdoor and adventure activities may include: hiking, camping, xc skiing, snowshoeing, canoeing, rock climbing, teambuilding.
• Farmhouse activities may include: diet and nutrition, arts and crafts, therapeutic groups, community building, fun and games!
• 130 acres of woods, trails, fields and water on property

Certifications And Skill Trainings Provided

• WFR + CPR
• Crisis De‑Escalation and Management
• Water Safety Course
• Clinical Education and Skills in:
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Dialectic Behavioral Therapy
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
• Safe Food Handling
• Additional Certifications Available Upon Request

Compensation And Benefits

• Salary starting at $44,000/Year
• Work Fewer than 200 days a year
• Clear Path for Promotions
• Continued Education and Trainings
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Relocation Bonus*
• Commitment Completion Bonus*
• Long Weekends/Off-shifts